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Apple has launched the new iPad Air M3, available in 11-inch and 13-inch options, with performance twice that of the M1. The graphics processing power has improved by 40%, and AI computation speed has increased by 60%. As for pricing, the 11-inch iPad Air starts at HK$4,599, while the 13-inch model starts at HK$6,299. The new elegant keyboard is priced from HK$2,099, and the Apple Pencil Pro is priced at HK$999. Additionally, the entry-level iPad has been upgraded to the A16 Bionic chip, with doubled standard storage space, starting at HK$2,799.

Apple has announced the upcoming launch of Apple Intelligence, which will bring new AI features to Apple Vision Pro, such as text editing for “Writing Tools” and AI image creation for “Image Park,” along with a new application called “Spatial Gallery” in visionOS 2.4, greatly enhancing the user experience.

The 2025 Apple Swift Student Challenge is now open for registration, allowing students worldwide to showcase their creativity and programming skills. Contestants can submit a 3-minute project via the App Playground platform to compete for 350 spots and 50 “Outstanding Award” positions, enjoying the unique opportunity to visit Apple’s headquarters.

Samsung recently launched the Galaxy S25 series, including Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra, featuring a new satellite communication function. Equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, it offers a brand-new communication experience, allowing Samsung to compete with Apple and Chinese brand smartphones.

Apple is set to release the latest iOS 18.3, iPadOS 18.3, and macOS Sequoia 15.3 updates, with Apple Intelligence features automatically enabled, which users will need to manually disable. Additionally, the new Genmoji feature will make creativity even more colorful.

Apple is set to launch the brand new iPhone 16E, a budget-friendly model equipped with the first generation modem chip, featuring a 6.1-inch OLED display and a USB-C charging port. Although there will not be a PRODUCT RED version, it retains a single-lens camera setup and Face ID functionality.